2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Navara | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Navara | Lupo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 404 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2122 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |